From a crypt nurtured by a witch In the dark recesses of a forgotten cemetery lies a crypt, hidden among the overgrown ivy and moss. This crypt is not just a resting place for the deceased, but a haven for dark magic and powerful spells. For within its ancient walls, a witch once lived and practiced her craft. The witch, known only as Morgana, was a mistress of the dark arts. Her knowledge and power were feared throughout the land, and many sought to learn from her. But Morgana was not interested in teaching others.
I have a solid rig as well, and run most of my FPS games at 1080p on high or ultra settings just fine. POE took a great step forward with that optimization patch a few months back, and the beta runs even better.
That said, it s totally silly that an isometric ARPG drops into single digit FPS in parties, and routinely has my GFX card fans running max speed while I m afking in the Mud Flats or something. I picked Courtyard randomly as an example of a higher tier map than Crypt that I had in my stash to show GGG another map that played perfectly fine on my computer.
But Morgana was not interested in teaching others. She preferred to remain secluded in her crypt, surrounded by her books and artifacts. The crypt itself was not ordinary.
Under the eye of power : how fear of secret societies shapes American democracy
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"From beloved cultural historian and acclaimed author of Ghostland, a history of America's obsession with secret societies and the conspiracies of hidden power The United States was born in paranoia. From the American Revolution (thought by some to be a conspiracy organized by the French) to the Salem witch trials to the Satanic Panic, Illuminati and QAnon, one of the most enduring narratives that defines the United States is simply this: secret groups are conspiring to pervert the will of the people and the rule of law. We'd like to assume these panics exist only at the fringes of society, or are unique features of an internet age. But history tells us, in fact, that they are woven into the fabric of American democracy. Cultural historian Colin Dickey has built a career studying how our most irrational beliefs reach the mainstream, why, and what they tell us about ourselves. In UNDER THE EYE OF POWER, Dickey charts the history of America through its paranoias and fears of secret societies, while seeking to explain why so many people-including some of the most powerful people in the country-continue to subscribe to these conspiracy theories. Paradoxically, he finds, belief in the fantastical and conspiratorial can be more soothing than what we fear the most: the chaos and randomness of history, the rising and falling of fortunes in America, and the messiness of democracy. Only in seeing the cycle of this history, Dickey says, can we break it"--,Provided by publisher.
It was said to be imbued with ancient mystical energy, making it the perfect environment for Morgana's spells and rituals. As she practiced her craft, the energy within the crypt grew stronger, feeding her power and enhancing her abilities. Morgana's spells were not always noble or benevolent. She sought revenge on those who wronged her, using her magic to inflict suffering and torment. But as each curse left her lips, a piece of her soul was lost. The more she used her powers for evil, the more she became consumed by darkness. Over time, Morgana's once beautiful appearance began to wither and decay. Her skin turned pale and her hair became brittle and tangled. But despite her physical deterioration, her powers continued to grow. The crypt fed her with its dark energy, allowing her to tap into forces that were beyond comprehension. Morgana's life in the crypt was one of solitude and obsession. She was consumed by her lust for power, her desire to become the most feared witch in the world. But as her powers grew, so did the darkness within her. She became a slave to her own ambition, unable to escape the clutches of the crypt that nurtured her. In the end, it was not her enemies that brought about Morgana's downfall. It was her own insatiable thirst for power. As she delved deeper into the dark arts, her soul became irreparably damaged. The light that once resided within her was extinguished, leaving behind a shell of a woman, consumed by darkness. The crypt, once a place of power and refuge, became Morgana's prison. She was trapped within its walls, her spirit forever bound to the place that nurtured her. And so, the legend of the witch in the crypt lived on, a cautionary tale of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the dark path it can lead one down. **The main idea:** The story depicts the life of Morgana, a witch who becomes consumed by darkness as she gains power from the crypt she resides in. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and the consequences it can have on one's soul..
Reviews for "Inside the Spellbinding Crypt of a Cunning Witch"
1. John - 2/5
I was really excited to read "From a Crypt Nurtured by a Witch" after hearing all the hype about it, but I have to say, I was extremely disappointed. The plot was convoluted and hard to follow, with no clear direction or resolution. The characters were also poorly developed and lacked depth, making it hard to connect or care about their fates. Overall, the book felt like a jumble of ideas that never quite came together.
2. Sarah - 1/5
I couldn't finish "From a Crypt Nurtured by a Witch" - that's how much I disliked it. The writing style was incredibly pretentious and difficult to understand, with unnecessarily complicated sentence structures and excessive use of flowery language. It felt like the author was more interested in showcasing their extensive vocabulary than telling a coherent and engaging story. I found myself constantly rereading sentences to try and grasp their meaning, and eventually gave up out of frustration. Definitely not my cup of tea.
3. Mike - 2/5
I can't say that I hated "From a Crypt Nurtured by a Witch," but I definitely didn't enjoy it either. The book was marketed as a supernatural thriller, but it lacked any real suspense or excitement. The pacing was incredibly slow, and the few twists and turns the plot had felt predictable and uninspired. Additionally, the writing was overly descriptive to the point of being tedious, with long-winded paragraphs describing mundane things. I struggled to stay engaged throughout and ultimately felt underwhelmed by the whole experience.